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Paul Christo MD
by Dr. Paul Christo
Aches and Gains is the first national radio talk show dedicated to overcoming pain. Hosted by leading pain medicine specialist, physician and researcher Dr. Paul Christo, Aches and Gains® shares cutting-edge treatments, holistic practices, and pain-coping strategies for overcoming a variety of pain syndromes, such as low back pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, neck pain, headaches, fibromyalgia and many more medical conditions that cause physical and emotional suffering.Every Saturday, 5-6:00 p.m. EST on Channel 131, Dr. Christo sits down with health experts, influencers and special celebrity guests for 30-minute candid discussions that spotlight numerous painful health conditions. Media personalities such as Naomi Judd, Joe Montana, Montel Williams, and Jennifer Grey bring their own stories of success and inspiration overcoming debilitating disease, and make us realize that nobody is immune to pain, but anybody can overcome it.
Episodes
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Tumor-Agnostic HER2 Cancer Care, Part II
Cancer care is rapidly shifting toward precision medicine—treatment guided by a tumor’s biology and biomarkers rather than where it starts in the body. HER2 is a protein on some cancer cells that can drive tumor growth. In this episode, we explore what it means for HER2 to be a target across...
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Tumor-Agnostic HER2 Cancer Care, Part I
Cancer care is rapidly shifting toward precision medicine—treatment guided by a tumor’s biology and biomarkers rather than where it starts in the body. HER2 is a protein on some cancer cells that can drive tumor growth. In this episode, we explore what it means for HER2 to be a target across...
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Part II
Leukemia is a medical term for cancer of the blood cells. Acute Myeloid Leukemia, known as AML is the most common acute leukemia in adults. AML is rapidly lethal if untreated, but overall survival has improved for those under age 65 from just 8 months in the late 1970s to 46 months in 2014. We’ll...
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Part I
Leukemia is a medical term for cancer of the blood cells. Acute Myeloid Leukemia, known as AML is the most common acute leukemia in adults. AML is rapidly lethal if untreated, but overall survival has improved for those under age 65 from just 8 months in the late 1970s to 46 months in 2014. We’ll...
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Multimodal Analgesia for Acute Pain and Seglentis™: Part II
When we experience pain, it begins as an acute process. It might be an ankle sprain, arm fracture, or due to surgery. In fact, chronic postsurgical pain affects up to 50% of adults. Guidelines suggest using multimodal analgesia to manage acute pain. Seglentis, a unique oral medication is…
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Multimodal Analgesia for Acute Pain and Seglentis™: Part I
When we experience pain, it begins as an acute process. It might be an ankle sprain, arm fracture, or due to surgery. In fact, chronic postsurgical pain affects up to 50% of adults. Guidelines suggest using multimodal analgesia to manage acute pain. Seglentis, a unique oral medication is…
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Richmond’s Morning News with John Reid
Dr. Paul Christo joins Richmond’s Morning News with John Reid to discuss the danger in fentanyl and the rising crisis of substance disorders.
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Sirius XM: Fighting Fentanyl – As Deaths Mount, What Can Be Done?
Dr. Paul Christo joins Stacy Washington on SiriusXM’s show “Stacy on the Right” to discuss the fight against Fentanyl.
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ReActiv8 for Chronic Low Back Pain Part II
Chronic low back pain can be due to degeneration of the multifidus muscles. We now have a neurostimulator designed to activate the multifudus muscles and control pain – ReActiv8. John McFarland describes how this device has helped him return to an active life at age 75. Dr. Chris Gilligan, Chief…
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ReActiv8 for Chronic Low Back Pain Part I
Chronic low back pain can be due to degeneration of the multifidus muscles. We now have a neurostimulator designed to activate the multifudus muscles and control pain – ReActiv8. John McFarland describes how this device has helped him return to an active life at age 75. Dr. Chris Gilligan, Chief…
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American Academy of Pain Medicine-MIT Pain Innovation Challenge
The American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) hosts the one of a kind, AAPM-MIT Hacking Medicine Innovation Challenge. Companies from around the world apply for the chance to pitch their ideas and solutions in a “shark tank” style competition. We feature two of the winners of the 2022 challenge:...
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Treating Postoperative Pain without Opioids: Zynrelef®
Multimodal analgesia is an alternative to opioids that uses more than one medication or technique for pain relief. Zynrelef® is an extended release, non-opioid medication that treats postoperative pain and inflammation. It’s applied without a needle directly into the surgical site. Pharmacist…
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New Insights into Stomach Cancer, Part 3
Gastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. In our final show, Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts...
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New Insights into Stomach Cancer, Part 2
Gastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts General Hospital,...
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New Insights into Stomach Cancer, Part 1
Gastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. Our guest is Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts…
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Dr. Christo on The Donlon Report: The U.S. Border’s Fentanyl Problem
Opioid and pain management expert Dr. Paul Christo explains why America’s fentanyl crisis isn’t going away anytime soon. Watch the Full Episode on News Nation Now
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A New Option for Cluster Headache: gammaCore, Part II
GammaCore is a new device for acute, episodic cluster headaches and for prevention. It’s the first transcutaneous stimulator that targets the vagus nerve in the neck, and it’s FDA cleared. Mark Mitchell will share the impressive effects of vagus nerve stimulation on his headaches, level of...
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A New Option for Cluster Headache: gammaCore, Part I
GammaCore is a new device for acute, episodic cluster headaches and for prevention. It’s the first transcutaneous stimulator that targets the vagus nerve in the neck, and it’s FDA cleared. Mark Mitchell will share the impressive effects of vagus nerve stimulation on his headaches, level of...
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Metastatic Breast Cancer, Part 2
In the minds of many, the diagnosis of metastatic cancer is often equated with suffering, pain, and death. Today, though the median overall survival is slightly over three years, and ranges from a few months to many years. In fact, the five-year survival rate for all types of cancer has improved…
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Metastatic Breast Cancer, Part I
In the minds of many, the diagnosis of metastatic cancer is often equated with suffering, pain, and death. Today, though the median overall survival is slightly over three years, and ranges from a few months to many years. In fact, the five-year survival rate for all types of cancer has improved…
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Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Syndrome, Part II
It’s been called the benzodiazepine injury syndrome. Patients who stop using benzodiazepines may not go through a simple, acute withdrawal process. Instead, 10-15% of patients may experience a new, unexplained illness, leading to severe and disabling symptoms. Carrie Silvernail, our first guest...
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Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Syndrome, Part I
It’s been called the benzodiazepine injury syndrome. Patients who stop using benzodiazepines may not go through a simple, acute withdrawal process. Instead, 10-15% of patients may experience a new, unexplained illness, leading to severe and disabling symptoms. Carrie Silvernail, our first guest...
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Opioid Deaths Nationwide: WTOP Radio 103.5 FM Interview
Dr. Christo visited WTOP Radio 103.5 FM in Washington D.C. to discuss the topic of opioid deaths nationwide. Are the deaths related to COVID? Are we improving our opioid death rate as a country? Listen below for the 2 part series! Part 1 Part 2
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China’s Mystery Virus Prompts Emergency Meeting
Dr. Christo was a guest on i24’s Clear Cut discussing China’s new mystery virus. It has already caused 6 deaths and is rapidly spreading. Should we be concerned in the United States?
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Recovery from Pain and Addiction-Part II
A staggering number of people have died from opioid related overdoses during the last several years. Prescription opioids, heroin, and illegally manufactured fentanyl are all involved. Paula, our first guest will share her experience with opioid addiction, and her path to regaining a life that…
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Recovery from Pain and Addiction-Part I
A staggering number of people have died from opioid related overdoses during the last several years. Prescription opioids, heroin, and illegally manufactured fentanyl are all involved. Paula, our first guest will share her experience with opioid addiction, and her path to regaining a life that…
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Johnson & Johnson Ordered to pay $572M in Opioid Trial
Dr. Christo joins Stateside to discuss the verdict in the Oklahoma opioid trial. In a landmark decision, an Oklahoma judge on ordered pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson to pay $572 million for its role in the state’s opioid crisis. Is that a fair settlement?
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Naloxone: The antidote for opioid overdose
Did you know that Americans are more likely to die from an opioid overdose than a motor vehicle crash? A lifesaving drug called naloxone can make the difference between life and death from an opioid overdose. Today’s show will give us an in-depth look at this drug. Does it really save lives, when...
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Lyme Disease and Post Lyme Disease Syndrome featuring Ally Hilfiger, Part II
Imagine a tick bite stealing your childhood, making you crazy, and almost killing you. This is how our first guest, Ally Hilfiger, the daughter of designer Tommy Hilfiger describes her painful experience with Lyme Disease. About 10-20% of patients develop the chronic form of the disease called,...
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Lyme Disease and Post Lyme Disease Syndrome featuring Ally Hilfiger, Part I
Imagine a tick bite stealing your childhood, making you crazy, and almost killing you. This is how our first guest, Ally Hilfiger, the daughter of designer Tommy Hilfiger describes her painful experience with Lyme Disease. About 10-20% of patients develop the chronic form of the disease called,...
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Thousands of Suits Brought Against U.S. Drugmakers
Dr. Christo was a special guest on the news show Crossroads discussing the legal suits that have been brought against U.S. Drugmakers. Among the suits is one filed against Johnson & Johnson that claims they facilitated the opioid crisis. Watch the interview now!
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Thank You Dan & Alex featuring Dr. Paul Christo
EXPRESSION AND CAREGIVING FOR PARENTS Dan and Alex had another heartfelt conversation about revealing problems that you may have with yourself and expressing yourself about them to others. They also chatted with Virginia Morris, author of “How to Care for Aging Parents”, on how to handle this…
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First New Depression Drug Since Prozac
Dr. Christo is LIVE in the studio with Michelle Makoi from Clear Cut on I24. They discuss the FDA’s approval of a new class of drug for depression called Esketamine. This is an important breakthrough in the treatment of treatment-resistant depression.
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Acute Flaccid Paralysis
This mysterious disease confounds doctors. Dr. Paul Christo speaks with i24 about Acute Flaccid Paralysis.
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Report: Doctors More Wary of Prescribing Pills
Dr. Christo joins Stateside to discuss the difficult balance between trying to help people who have legitimate pain needs and people who may have an addiction issue. Watch now
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Dr. Christo LIVE on Take30
Lawsuit Targets Billionaire Family Behind Oxycontin
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OTC (Over the Counter) Analgesics: A Four-Part Audio Series
The aim of the program is to improve the ability of healthcare professionals (including PCPs, PAs, NPs, and pharmacists) to counsel patients on the appropriate selection and use of OTC analgesics, establish an accurate evaluation of OTC benefit/risk profiles, and understand different mechanisms…
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Vaping Now an Epidemic Among U.S. Teens
Stateside: Spotlight – Vaping Now an Epidemic Among U.S. Teens Dr. Paul sits down with Stateside to discuss how vaping can be dangerous when used in underage teenagers, and how it has now become an epidemic in US among that age group.
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New Warning about Taking Daily Aspirin
Dr. Paul Christo speaks on Crossroads about a new warning to people who take a daily low dose of aspirin. Details on the study in the video below.
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War on Opioids featured on i24 News
CROSSROADS | War on Opioids with Dr. Paul Christo Watch Dr. Christo discuss the war on opioids live on air. He discusses the new proposed bill, how programs can be effective for people battling addiction, what role the drug makers play, and the pain epidemic in America today.
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Dr. Travis Stork and Pain in the Emergency Department
Imagine having a throbbing headache for 3 days, or severe back pain that immobilizes you, or even a broken bone from tripping and falling on the ice. Where do you go for relief? Most of the time, we go to the emergency room. Our guests are two experienced emergency room physicians who will…
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The Mike Schickman Show
Dr. Christo Speaks about Pain Management on The Mike Schickman Show You can listen to the recording below:
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Dr. Paul Christo and Donna Seebo
Dr. Christo was a guest on Donna Seebo’s Radio Show on Delphi Vision Broadcasting You can listen to the recording below:
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StimRouter and Peripheral Nerve Stimulation, Part II
Electrical stimulation of single nerves that cause pain, called peripheral nerve stimulation offers a way to control pain without accessing the spinal cord. A new device called StimRouter is minimally invasive, and designed for patients with certain kinds of neuropathic pain in the arms, legs,...
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StimRouter and Peripheral Nerve Stimulation, Part I
Electrical stimulation of single nerves that cause pain, called peripheral nerve stimulation offers a way to control pain without accessing the spinal cord. A new device called StimRouter is minimally invasive, and designed for patients with certain kinds of neuropathic pain in the arms, legs,...
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Elephants in Pain, Part II
Cancer, arthritis, and other painful diseases occur in animals just like humans. Elephants in captivity can develop painful toe infections, and crippling arthritis of the wrists and ankles. Living conditions in zoos and circuses lead to pain and suffering often hidden from the public. Catherine...
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Elephants in Pain, Part I
Cancer, arthritis, and other painful diseases occur in animals just like humans. Elephants in captivity can develop painful toe infections, and crippling arthritis of the wrists and ankles. Living conditions in zoos and circuses lead to pain and suffering often hidden from the public. Catherine...
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Women and Pain Part II
Do women experience more pain than men? Is pain more severe in women? Or, are women just overly emotional about their pain? Jennifer Bolen, an attorney and founder of The Legal Side of Pain shares how her own struggle with pain has given her firsthand knowledge of gender disparities in the…
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Women and Pain, Part I
Do women experience more pain than men? Is pain more severe in women? Or, are women just overly emotional about their pain? Jennifer Bolen, an attorney and founder of The Legal Side of Pain shares how her own struggle with pain has given her firsthand knowledge of gender disparities in the…
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Coach Lou Holtz
Lou Holtz is one of the most successful college football coaches of all time. He’s not only seen injury and pain on the football field, but has experienced and overcome pain himself. He also supported his wife in a caregiving role during her bout with the pain of throat cancer. We’ll hear how he...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Aches and Gains is the first national radio talk show dedicated to overcoming pain. Hosted by leading pain medicine specialist, physician and researcher Dr. Paul Christo, Aches and Gains® shares cutting-edge treatments, holistic practices, and pain-coping strategies for overcoming a variety of pain syndromes, such as low back pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, neck pain, headaches, fibromyalgia and many more medical conditions that cause physical and emotional suffering.Every Saturday, 5-6:00 p.m. EST on Channel 131, Dr. Christo sits down with health experts, influencers and special celebrity guests for 30-minute candid discussions that spotlight numerous painful health conditions. Media personalities such as Naomi Judd, Joe Montana, Montel Williams, and Jennifer Grey bring their own stories of success and inspiration overcoming debilitating disease, and make us realize that nobody is immune to pain, but anybody can overcome it.
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